Trauma and addiction: Getting through the holidays with Vanessa Laureyssen and Rogier Buningh
podcast | Montgó mindset: listen to your inner balance
Episode 2: Trauma and addiction: Strategies for a resilient holiday season with Vanessa Laureyssen and Rogier Buningh.
As the holidays approach, we know that this season brings both joy and challenges. For many of us, Christmas is a time of togetherness and cosiness. But for others, they can be a time when old demons and addiction challenges become especially intense.
We understand the complexity of this period and want to inspire and support you today. During this special episode, we have two special guests with us: Rogier Buningh, founder of Montgó Lifestyle and Vanessa Laureyssen, head coach at Montgó Lifestyle. Rogier and Vanessa have gone through their own period of recovery and are here to share their experiences with us. We talk to them about how they experienced the holidays in their recovery process, how they avoided relapse and how they rediscovered the magic of this time.
Embrace the Holidays: Recovery, hope and harmony with Montgó Lifestyle
The holidays are synonymous with joy and togetherness for many, but they can also be challenging, especially for those struggling with trauma and addictions. Montgó Lifestyle, led by Rogier Buningh and supported by Vanessa Laureyssen, offers insight and guidance during this sensitive time. Their stories and experiences, shared in a special Christmas podcast, shed light on the path of recovery and rediscovering the magic of the holidays.
The double side of the holidays
While the holidays are a source of happiness for many, for others they mark a period of heightened stress, temptation and loneliness. The rich traditions and togetherness can rip open old wounds and intensify the battle against addiction. Montgó Lifestyle recognizes these complexities and offers a source of support and inspiration for those in this struggle.
Shared experiences, shared power
Rogier and Vanessa, both with personal recovery stories, share their experiences over the holidays. Their stories emphasize the importance of acceptance, forgiveness and the power of community. By sharing their own path of recovery, they offer not only insight but also hope to others who are on a similar path.
Strategies for the holidays
Navigating the holidays requires specific strategies and coping mechanisms, especially for those in recovery. Creating a safe environment, surrounding yourself with understanding people and having an exit strategy are crucial. Emphasis is placed on the importance of self-care and setting boundaries to prevent relapse and experience the holidays in a healthy way.
Provide support
For friends and family members of people in recovery, Montgó Lifestyle emphasizes the importance of understanding and support. By providing space for open conversations and flexibility in traditions, they can contribute to a supportive environment that promotes recovery.
A message of hope
The most important advice for anyone struggling during the holidays is to seek help and know that change is possible. The path of recovery can be difficult, but with the right support and tools, it is possible to navigate the holidays and beyond with renewed hope and strength.
In conclusion
Montgó Mindset's Christmas special reminds us that the holidays can be both a challenge and an opportunity for growth and recovery. By sharing the experiences and advice of Rogier and Vanessa, Montgó Lifestyle offers guidance for those seeking balance and peace during this special time of year. Recovery is a journey you don't have to take alone, and Montgó Lifestyle is ready to take that journey with you.
